Friday - Feb 13 - Upgrades at Chilliwack General Hospital

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Chilliwack hospital brings more diagnostic services closer to home

Chilliwack General Hospital has upgraded its fluoroscopy suite with new technology — and for patients, that means more diagnostic services available right in their own community.

The Siemens ARTIS ZE fluoroscopy system went into service on November 13, using live, real-time X-ray video imaging to allow care teams to see inside the body as procedures are performed. The upgraded suite offers improved image quality, lower radiation levels, and more precise imaging, supporting high-demand procedures such as joint injections that help patients manage pain and mobility issues.

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Need to Know

🚦 Chilliwack plans to upgrade four crosswalks this spring with rectangular rapid-flashing beacons at locations including First Avenue at Williams Street and Tyson Road at Mt. Slesse Middle School. [Fraser Valley Today]

🦉 Abbotsford police officers rescued an injured owl near Sumas Way and Highway 1 on Tuesday night and connected it with a volunteer from Elizabeth's Wildlife Center for rehabilitation. [Abbotsford Police]

🚗 A 21-year-old Mission man faces two counts of robbery after allegedly approaching customers at a Horne Street gas station and demanding their car keys on January 30. [Mission Record]

👟 The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation's Run for Mom returns on May 10 at Vedder Park, with all proceeds from the 5km run/walk supporting maternity care equipment at Chilliwack General Hospital. [Chilliwack Progress]

🚨 Chilliwack RCMP arrested three people following a weapons call at a Fletcher Street apartment complex on Wednesday morning, with witnesses reporting at least eight police cars and officers with rifles drawn. [Fraser Valley Today]

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🗓 Things to do

Motown Valentine at Sidekick Brewing: Sidekick Brewing hosts a free Valentine's Day dinner event on Saturday, February 14 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM featuring Motown and soul records from the 60s and 70s spun by Chilliwack-based DJ Nick Bike, whose edits have been played by names like Questlove and DJ Jazzy Jeff.

Chinese New Year Celebration: Sardis Library hosts a free Lunar New Year celebration for all ages on Saturday, February 14 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM featuring a traditional tea ceremony, tai chi demonstration, and Chinese calligraphy, with oolong tea and New Year cookies provided.

Birthday BRGR Throwdown: BRGR BRGR in Abbotsford celebrates its birthday on Sunday, February 15 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM with four exclusive burgers, beer pairings, and a friendly burger competition, ages 19+.

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